Breast is best

Time's breastfeeding cover has proved hugely controversial. But their European edition went with the less sensational François Hollande. Do they take us for prudes?

A friendly dig

Residents in Melksham, Wiltshire, had this message for contractors responsible for endless roadworks in the town.

Vive la resistance

Iggy Pop is sticking two fingers up at the "Anglo-American music machine" and self-releasing his second album of Edith Piaf covers and Francophone standards after it was rejected by his label.

Social jetlag

A newly identified condition apparently caused by long hours and late nights. The cure? More time outdoors – if only it would stop raining ...

Let us pray

Falling circulations, Leveson, the internet. These are tough times for newspapers. But do we really need a Church of England day of prayer for the industry, happening this Sunday?